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Prices & Information

Everything around the ZVV

Prices

We are a partner of the Zurich Public Transport Association (ZVV). On all scheduled routes, ZVV zone tickets, the Swiss Travelcard (GA), Junior Travelcard and Children's Co-Travelcard are valid.

ZVV Tariff System

Tariffs Tickets and conditions – the most important information.
Zones The ZVV comprises different zones.
Tickets All ticket prices.
Prices for scheduled cruises departing Zurich

The prices of our most popular round trips from Zurich:

  Required ZVV ticket Adults
(16+)
  Children (6+),
Half-fare travelcard
and dogs
Mini lake cruise Single ticket
110 + 140
CHF   7.00 2nd class CHF   3.50
Short lake cruise Single ticket
110 + 140 + 150
CHF   9.20 2nd class CHF   4.60
Long lake cruise All zones (9 o'clockPass) CHF 44.60
CHF 27.00
1st class
2nd class

CHF 22.30
CHF 13.50

Prices for scheduled cruises departing Rapperswil

The prices of our most popular round trips from Rapperswil:

  Required ZVV ticket Adults
(16+)
  Children (6+)
Half-fare travelcard
and dogs
Upper lake cruise

24h-Ticket
180 + 181 + 182 + 183

CHF 30.40
CHF 18.40

1st class
2nd class

CHF 15.20
CHF   9.20

Lake Cruise 24h-ticket
152 + 153 + 180 + 181

CHF 30.40
CHF 15.40

1st class
2nd class

CHF 15.20
CHF 9.20

Ufenau Shuttle Single ticket (one way)
180 + 181

CHF   7.60
CHF   4.60

1st class
2nd class

CHF   5.30
CHF   3.20

Prices for River cruises
Required ZVV ticket Adults
(16+)
  Children (6+)
Half-fare travelcard
and dogs
Single ticket 110 (1 hour)
or Zürich Card
CHF   4.60 2nd class CHF   3.20
Prices for bicycle transportation

Depending on the type of boat and number of passengers, space on board may be limited. For this reason we cannot guarantee transportation of bicycles. Bicycles are not permitted on River Limmat boats.

If accompanied bicycle transportation is possible, you need to purchase an additional regular ZVV ticket (2nd class, discount prices) or an SBB day pass. The most cost effective way to travel locally with a bicycle is to buy a ZVV ticket. For longer distances, it's worth buying an SBB day pass.

  Validity Fares for normal bikes CHF
ZVV tickets
(e.g. single ticket,
24h-ticket)
30 mins to 24 hours
(depending on ticket)
Discount prices, 2nd class
SBB bike day pass Day of validation CHF 14.00
Zürich Card - Your City Travel Pass

With the Zürich Card, city explorers can enjoy Zurich in all its diversity and save time and money too.

The Zürich Card offers the following benefits over a period of 24 or 72 hours:
•    Mini lake cruise, Short lake cruise or a rivver cruise by limmat boat
•    Unlimited 2nd class travel by tram, bus, train and cableway in the city of Zurich and surrounding region
•    Short boat trips and Limmat river cruise
•    Free or reduced admission to 41 museums
•    50% discount on the Zurich Old Town Walking Tour
•    And many more experiences

Points of sale

ZVV-Ticket-App
SBB-Shop (online, mobile)
• ZVV/SBB ticket machines and counters
• Tourist Information Zurich Main Station
• Tourist Information Rapperswil Zürichsee in Rapperswil
• Ticket Office at Zürich Bürkliplatz and on board all ZSG boats

Information

Good to know – where you can purchase tickets. And other information.

Payment options

Credit cards

American
Express

Diners

Mastercard

Visa

Debit cards

Maestro

PostFinance

Reka

Other payment options

Twint

Restricted width of entrance

We regret that due to restricted boarding facilities, the width of wheelchairs, prams, etc. must not exceed 80 cm.

River Limmat boats are not wheelchair-accessible. Prams are permitted in limited number and must be folded.

Travelers with reduced mobility

Passengers with reduced mobility and resident in Switzerland can apply for a "Disabled Passenger's ID Card". This entitles the holder to be accompanied by a travelling companion and/or guide dog free of charge. For full details, please consult the SBB website.

There are two ways of travelling with a "Disabled Passenger's ID Card":

  • The disabled passenger possesses a "Disabled Passenger's ID Card" as well as a valid travel ticket (full-fare ticket, Swiss Travelcard (GA), or ticket with Half-Fare Travelcard). The accompanying passenger travels free of charge.
  • The accompanying person possesses a valid travel ticket (full-fare ticket, Swiss Travelcard (GA), or ticket with Half-Fare Travelcard). The disabled passenger possesses a "Disabled Passenger's ID Card" and travels free of charge.

ZSG boat passengers with reduced mobility

Dogs

Small dogs may travel free of charge in bags, baskets or other suitable containers.

In all other cases, the reduced 2nd class fare is to be paid.

Table reservation (restaurant)

Advance table reservations are possible only in our on-board restaurants. If you do not wish to consume food and beverages, please select any non-reserved seat once you are on board.

We are at your service for any further information or assistance you may require – telephone +41 44 487 13 13

New passenger rights from 1 January 2021

In shipping, unforeseen circumstances and delays cannot always be prevented. With effect from 1 January 2021, passengers will therefore be able to claim compensation if they reach their destination with a delay of 60 or more minutes. This new regulation will appliy to all public transport throughout Switzerland.

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